Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 49.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 49.8%
- Retention Rate
- 69.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $55,933
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $22,642
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 55.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $240/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $80,022 | $47,848 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master | $76,460 | |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $72,510 | $33,850 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $69,770 | $21,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $56,979 | $27,500 |
| Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research. | Master | $55,286 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $53,775 | $27,333 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $53,179 | |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $50,201 | $38,564 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $48,041 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $46,087 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $39,369 | $23,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $24,250 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $32,029 | $19,910 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor | $28,598 | $28,333 |
Outcomes Overview
Houston Christian graduates earn a median of $55,933 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 40% based on the typical $22,642 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $240 consume about 5% of gross income, which sits comfortably below the recommended 10% threshold. The 93% employment rate reflects strong job placement, though the university's focus on ministry, education, and business means many graduates enter service-oriented fields rather than high-paying corporate roles. With net prices averaging $19,710 for most students, the financial burden remains manageable despite modest starting salaries. This represents an average return on investment for students prioritizing faith-based education over maximizing earnings.